Archive for the 'Influenza' Category

Did the 1957 asian influenza lead to more cases of shrizophrania

No, the 1957 asian Influenza did not lead to more cases of schezophrenia. There has been no concrete studies associating maternal influenza with Schizophrenia.

Can human influenza be transfered from human to dog

No there has been no single case of Influenza being transferred from Humans to Dogs. It doesn’t seem possible as the Immune system of Humans and Dogs vary greatly.

Can you get both influenza a and b?

Yes, though this is not a common case it is indeed possible. You an be diagnosed with both Influenza A and Influenza A at the same time. However with proper medication you can recover timely.

Can you catch the same strain of influenza twice?

Its not likely for you to get effected with the same strain of Influenza twice. The first time you have influenza your body creates antibodies to fight the strain and is able to kill the virus before it invades your body again. In rare case mutation of the same strain has been seen.

Can you contact the influenza a virus againif you already had it

If you have already been infected with Influenza A its most definate that your body has already produced the antibodies to fight the Virus and the possibility for the virus to invade your body again is Zero. However in minor cases the Virus is capable to mutate.

Do people who receive annual vaccinations increased immunity to influenza

Of course Yes. That is why the annual influenza vaccination is administered. This will rpovide you with more resistance against Influenza. However it take s about 1-2 weeks for the body to develop resistance against the disease.

Did the spanish influenza reach england?

There is no concrete evidence to prove whether England was affected or not with the Spanish Influenza. The spanish influenza outbreaks was active throughout Europe, North America, Asia, Brazil, the South Pacific and Africa.

Does influenza have a vector?

No Influenza doesn’t have a Vector.

Do you need the influenza vaccine if you have had guillain barre syndrome

Guillain Barre Syndrome doesn’t make it unnecessary for you to get an influenza vaccination. However you should consult with your doctor to know for sure.

What to take for influenza

Antiviral drugs are very beneficial for Influenza. You can also use probiotics and eat a lot of yogurt. You should make sure that you get plenty of rest and also drink a lot of water.